Plan your Lakes Region trick-or-treating for Saturday, Oct. 31

It’s been six years since Halloween took place on a Saturday, and costumed Lakes Region residents of all ages will be pounding the leaf-strewn pavement in search of good-hearted revelry and candy.

The skies will be mostly sunny and a balmy 54 degrees in the Lakes Region as goblins and ghouls descend on the area.

All Lakes Region communities will host their official celebrations on Saturday, Oct. 31.

But as always, remember safety first.

“Drivers are asked to take extra care in neighborhoods during these hours, and trick-or-treaters should stay on sidewalks, carry a flashlight or wear reflective gear, and cross streets at crosswalks,” Franklin leaders wrote on the city's website.

Laconia

5-8 p.m.

Alton

5-7 p.m.

Ashland

5-8 p.m.

Belmont

5-8 p.m.

Bristol

5-7:30 p.m.

At the same time as townwide trick-or-treating, a Trunk or Treat will also take place in the Dead River parking lot. Kelley Park will be a hotspot of games and activities, dancing, and concessions. Public bathrooms are available here.

Looking for an extra scare? The Masonic Lodge Haunted House will also be open.

“Whether you are hunting for the perfect scarecrow, trick-or-treating in Central Square, visiting the decorated trunks, or heading to Kelley Park for The Witching Hour, there will be plenty of ways to celebrate Halloween in Bristol,” reads a post on the Town of Bristol’s website.

Center Harbor

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Franklin

3-6 p.m.

Franklin city leaders encourage homeowners who wish to participate in trick-or-treating to turn on their porch light and have treats ready.

Gilford

5-8 p.m.

Gilmanton

5-8 p.m.

Holderness

3-6 p.m.

Trick-or-treating never looked so good, with more than 20 businesses participating in this year’s Halloween in Holderness.

Family members of all ages can head around town to grab some candy and participate in a touch-a-truck experience. There will be fire trucks, construction vehicles and a race car.

For more information, visit holderness-nh.gov.

Loudon

5-8 p.m.

Meredith

5-8 p.m.

Moultonborough

5-8 p.m.

New Hampton

5-8 p.m.

Northfield

5-8 p.m.

Plymouth

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Sanbornton

5-8 p.m.

Tilton

4-7 p.m. 

Tuftonboro

2-5 p.m.

The Town House hosts the trunk-or-treat event, featuring pumpkin painting, music, and carnival games.

Wolfeboro

5-7 p.m.

On Facebook, the Wolfeboro Parks & Rec Department is encouraging trick-or-treats to enjoy this year’s holiday.

“Dress up, grab your candy buckets, and enjoy a fun evening around town with family, friends, and neighbors,” reads the post. “Stay safe, have fun, and don’t forget to show off those spooktacular costumes.”